Well Naomiaad, we’re not doctors, and we don’t play doctors on the internet so we can’t give you a diagnosis. That said, though, there are lots of things on your list that many of us will be able to relate to.
I will say this though: we’ve seen far worse performances from fully certified rheumatologists. That rheumie may just be a keeper: well done, you!
As for deciding whether you have PsA, here are the criteria that rheumies use to diagnose it.
Nobody wants a major disease, and it’s no surprise that not knowing is causing you to stress out and obsess. There is definitely something to be said for knowing what you have because that’s when you can start looking forward to the prospect of feeling better. As for feeling like it’s in your head, many of us were relieved to find that out!
Hang in there, Naomi and let us know what happens.
Seenie